S.148 NI Act | Appellate Court May Relax Condition To Deposit Minimum 20% Fine If Exceptional Case Made Out: Andhra Pradesh High Court

The Andhra Pradesh High Court clarified the conditions under which a conviction under Section 148 of the Negotiable Instruments Act (NI Act) can be suspended. This section deals with penalties for dishonored cheques. The Court reviewed the circumstances under which a convicted individual might seek suspension of their conviction pending appeal. The ruling provided guidelines on the judicial discretion in such matters, emphasizing that while suspension is possible, it must be justified by the merits of the case and the likelihood of success on appeal.